Natal Plum – Carissa macrocarpa Seeds | 5 Seeds | Evergreen Edible Shrub | Fragrant White Flowers | Tropical Hedge Plant

Grow your own tropical edible shrub with Natal Plum (Carissa macrocarpa), a beautiful evergreen known for its glossy leaves, fragrant white star-shaped flowers, and bright red plum-like fruit. This versatile shrub is both ornamental and productive, making it perfect for edible landscapes, hedges, containers, or bonsai.

Natal Plum produces sweetly fragrant blooms throughout much of the year, followed by vibrant magenta to deep crimson fruits. When fully ripe and slightly soft, the fruit can be eaten fresh or used for sauces, jellies, and desserts—often compared to cranberries in flavor. Its dense, spiny branches also make it an excellent natural barrier or privacy hedge.

Heat, wind, and salt tolerant, this subtropical plant thrives in coastal climates and sunny locations.

You will receive:
✔️ 5 Natal Plum seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed germination instructions
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Natal Plum, Hedgethorne
Botanical Name: Carissa macrocarpa (Carissa grandiflora)
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun (minimum 4+ hours direct sunlight)
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to many soil types
Watering: Low to moderate; moderate drought tolerance
Mature Height: 5–15 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 9–11
Special Features: Edible fruit, fragrant flowers, salt & wind tolerant

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting. Sow 1/4 inch deep in warm, moist (not wet) soil. Keep in a warm environment for best germination. Young plants should be protected from temperatures below 29°F.